Question 1

Who Runs Spirited Giving?

Accepted Answer

James Sabata is the Founder and Director of Spirited Giving. In 2024, Spirited Giving is James Sabata, Bridget D. Brave, Laurel Hightower, and Vincent V. Cava, along with a long list of people who provide insight, ideas, sponsorship opportunities, and more.

Question 2

What are the hours of this event?

Accepted Answer

Doors will open at 3:00 pm. The event will start at 4:00 pm. The show will end at 8:30 pm. The meet and greet/book signing event will run 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm.

Question 3

What is the dress code?

Accepted Answer

The dress code is casual.

Question 4

Can I buy a book from and/or take a picture with a guest?

Accepted Answer

YES! The guests will be tabling and selling books from 8:30 - 9:30 the night of the event. You will be able to purchase books, get them signed, get selfies with the authors (if they're open to it), etc.

Question 5

Is food or drink included in my ticket price?

Accepted Answer

Food and drink are included with the ticket price. Due to cost and running a fundraiser where every penny counts, food is mostly limited to smaller party food. 
 Soda and water are complimentary. There will be no alcohol served at this event.

Question 6

What is the number of tickets for sale?

Accepted Answer

The overall number of tickets available for this event is only 250 tickets.
This is 50 fewer tickets than the 2022 event.

Question 7

What is the refund policy?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, because everything is on a donation basis, we do not offer refunds on Spirited Giving tickets. This is noted on the sales form and on this website. We cannot risk needing to refund money that has already been given to the library.

Question 8

Will there  be an anthology book tied into the event this year?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Shadows In The Stacks will feature 21 horror authors and is edited by Vincent V. Cava, James Sabata, and Jared Sage.

Question 9

Will there be a Padres game directly across the street on the night of the event?

Accepted Answer

Oh wow! I'm so glad you asked this. I didn't know how to bring it up. Yes, there absolutely will. And it will absolutely affect parking prices at and around the library.

Question 10

OH NO! How much do you think parking will cost?

Accepted Answer

It is my understanding parking at/near the library will be limited, even in the parking garage, and will cost around $60 a carload. I highly suggest finding other ways to get there or carpooling.

Question 11

Is there transportation from the StokerCon Hotel to/from Spirited Giving?

Accepted Answer

At this time, there is nothing official. However, I highly suggest looking into using the San Diego Trolley as it is inexpensive and runs directly to the event and very near the StokerCon Hotel. The Mission Valley Center Station is approximately a twenty minute walk to the StokerCon Hotel.

Question 12

Can I write my donation to Spirited Giving off on my taxes?

Accepted Answer

I am not qualified to give you tax advise, but I can tell you with no uncertainty that Spirited Giving is NOT a registered 501c3 non-profit. I would not suggest doing so.

Question 13

I attended Spirited Giving 2022. Will this event have air conditioning?

Accepted Answer

It's in San Diego. The weather will be wonderful. But yes, if needed, the auditorium has air conditioning.

Question 14

How can I help?

Accepted Answer

At this exact second, the best way to help is or to share information about this event.

We also need cash donations (personal, organization, or even a suggestion of someone you know who might being willing to sponsor the event).

Question 15

Can I be a guest at Spirited Giving?

Accepted Answer

Guests are the first thing we decide on. As such, the list has been filled for many months. Feel free to talk to me in person about maybe being a guest at the next one, although I cannot make guarantees.

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